Honor GT unveiled: new gaming flagship with top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Chinese brand Honor has announced the Honor GT, its first gaming smartphone with flagship specs, aggressive design and AI features. The device is aimed at gamers and technology enthusiasts.

Honor GT

Design and display

Honor GT combines stylish design with functionality:

• Dimensions: 161 x 74.2 x 7.7 mm, weight – 196 g.
• Flat body with rounded corners and rectangular camera unit with GT-branding.
• 6.7-inch AMOLED display:
  • Resolution 2664 x 1200 (FHD+).
  • Refresh rate 120 Hz.
  • Brightness up to 4000 nits (locally) and 1200 nits (globally).
  • Support for DCI-P3 and 1.07 billion colors.
  • Eye protection: 3840Hz PWM dimming, blue light reduction and adaptive brightness.

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Performance and cooling

The Honor GT is powered by the top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, delivering high performance:

• Up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM.
• Internal storage up to 1TB UFS 4.0.
• The 3D Natural Circulation Cooling System is used for cooling, which reduces overheating during long gaming sessions.

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Software and AI Features

The smartphone runs on MagicOS 9.0 (based on Android 15) with smart features:

• YOYO Intelligent Body: personalized recommendations and optimization.
• Glory Phantom Engine: AI rendering, screen splitting and improved energy efficiency.
• AI features: facial recognition, smart multitasking and multi-screen interaction.

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Cameras

Honor GT offers advanced mobile photography capabilities:

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• Main Camera:
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  • 50 MP wide-angle sensor with OIS (optical stabilization).
  • 12 MP ultra-wide-angle macro module with autofocus.
  • Support for 4K video shooting.
• Front Camera:
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  • 16 MP wide-angle lens

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  • Support 1080P video with EIS stabilization.
• Modes: AI photos, portraits, night shooting, timelapse, slow motion and more.

Battery and Charging

• 5300 mAh battery.
• Supports 100W Honor Super Fast Charge for fast charging.

Additional Features

• Dust and water protection: rating IP65.
• Network connectivity: Dual 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC.
• Stereo speakers, X-axis linear vibration motor and IR remote.
• A USB Type-C port for charging and audio.

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Prices and options

Honor GT is available in Phantom Black, Ice Crystal White and Aurora Green colors at the following prices:

• 12GB + 256GB – 2,199 yuan (~301 USD).
• 16GB + 256GB – 2,399 yuan (~329 USD).
• 12GB + 512GB – 2,599 yuan (~356 USD).
• 16GB + 512GB – 2,899 yuan (~398 USD).
• 16GB + 1TB – 3,299 yuan (~452 USD).

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Pre-order is already open, and official sales in China will begin December 24.

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Honor GT becomes a competitive device in the gaming smartphone market thanks to Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, bright AMOLED display, advanced cameras and fast charging. The combination of powerful hardware and AI features makes it a great choice for gamers and users looking for flagship performance at an affordable price.

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